1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 253 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Impala | Leon |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |